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darbym82 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is providing discharge instructions with a client who is prescribed three different medications. What should the nurse emphasize during this teaching?

1. Have someone double-check all medications before taking them.
2. Check with the primary provider before taking over-the-counter or herbal medications.
3. Decrease medication dosage if side effects result after taking medications.
4. Take medications with food.

Question 2

While teaching a group of older adults about home safety the nurse is asked why water temperature should be checked before a bath or shower. What should the nurse respond to this question?

1. Due to failing eyesight, the older client does not see steam as easily.
2. Hot water will result in urinary incontinence.
3. The skin of the older adult is more fragile and can burn more easily than that of a younger person.
4. Cold water contributes to frostbite in the older adult.

Brenm · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. Unless the client is experiencing severe memory loss or dementia, it is not necessary to have someone check his medications.
2. Many over-the-counter medications and herbals can potentiate or decrease the effect of prescription medications. The client should be instructed to discuss all medications with the primary care provider.
3. The client should be instructed to notify the physician of side effects of medications taken.
4. Some medications are best taken with food, while others are taken on an empty stomach.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. Failing eyesight has nothing to do with the appropriate water temperature for the older client.
2. Hot water does not have an effect on urinary incontinence.
3. The skin of the elderly is fragile and will burn more easily than that of a younger person.
4. Cold water will chill the elderly client but will not cause frostbite.